Nikon L120 vs Panasonic SZ7

Here is a detailed review of the Nikon L120 vs Panasonic SZ7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L120 was introduced 11 months before the SZ7 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the L120 scores vs the SZ7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L120 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L120 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L120 offers outside dimensions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ7 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the L120 vs the SZ7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L120 and SZ7 is 75 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the L120 and SZ7.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images but you might want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older L120 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.